Consultant/Software Engineer - Server Side Applications

Job Information :Job Title Name : Consultant - Software EngineerJob Purpose :As a Consultant - Software Engineer, your primary role is to develop, maintain, and optimize server-side applications. You will ensure these applications meet high-performance, scalability, and reliability standards. The role involves working with modern technologies, managing data flow, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. A strong background in both front-end and back-end development, coupled with experience in cloud-based technologies, is essential.Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities :Core Development :- Experience in Visual Studio, C#, SQL programming, SSIS, JSON, LINQ, jQuery, Entity Framework, ORM, Microservices, REST and Web API.- Can work with message queues/eventing (Service Bus, Kafka, RabbitMQ) and understands eventual consistency.- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code adhering to coding standards and testing best practices.- Develop scalable and secure back-end components of web applications, ensuring performance and reliability.- Design and implement RESTful APIs to support front-end functionality.Cloud Computing & Infrastructure :- Deploy and manage applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).- Leverage cloud-native services for development, data integration, and continuous deployment.- Optimize cloud resources for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.- Automate provisioning and resource management using tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, and Argo CD.Data Management :- Design and maintain databases using PostgreSQL, SQL, and BigQuery.- Optimize data pipelines and workflows using Google Dataflow, Google Composer (or Apache Airflow) for task orchestration and scheduling.- Work with structured and unstructured datasets for data flow and analytics.- Utilize Kafka for building real-time data pipelines and streaming applications.- Write and optimize complex SQL queries for data analysis and transformations.DevOps & CI/CD :- Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines (GIT Hub) for seamless code deployment.- Enhance system observability through logging, monitoring, and alerting strategies.Security & Compliance :- Ensure applications meet security standards and best practices.- Collaborate with security teams to address vulnerabilities and enforce compliance requirements.- Adhere to data protection protocols like HIPAA.Job Specifications :Qualification : Bachelors degree in information technology, computer science or related fields.Years of Experience : 5-10 Years of relevant work experience including :- 4+ year(s) of experience in designing applications using SOLID clean architecture (required).- 4+ year(s) in APIs/contracts, versioning strategy, microservices & integration patterns (required).Skills and Capabilities :People Management Skills :- Exceptional stakeholder service skills in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.- Exceptional interpersonal skills to interface with all levels of the organization.- Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to work with staff and business required.Technical Skills :- Programming & Frameworks : Experience in Visual Studio, C#, SQL programming, SSIS, JSON, LINQ, jQuery, ORM, Rabbit MQ, Microservices, REST and Web API.- Cloud Platforms : Experience with GCP and their services like Kubernetes, Cloud Functions, Composer, BigQuery, and DataFlow.- Infrastructure : Experience with tools like Terraform, ARM templates, and Docker.- Databases : Expertise in PostgreSQL, SQL Server, BigQuery, and non-relational databases.- Workflow & Messaging Tools : Hands-on experience with Google Composer (or Apache Airflow) for workflow orchestration and Kafka for real-time data streaming.- Automation Tools : Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Argo CD, and similar tools.- API Development : Skilled in RESTful API design and development.- Programming Languages : Proficient in JavaScript, Python, and SQL.Other Skills :- Strong focus on security best practices and cloud-native development.- Knowledge of healthcare data standards is a plus.- Willingness to contribute to a positive and inclusive team culture. (ref:hirist.tech)